Risk, science, and politics: regulating toxic substances in Canada and the United States

"Government regulation of toxic substances varies dramatically between the United States and Canada. In Risk, Science, and Politics Kathryn Harrison and George Hoberg analyse these differences and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of two very different regulatory styles." "The Can...

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Main Authors: Harrison, Kathryn 1961- (Author), Hoberg, George (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Montreal [u.a.] McGill-Queen's Univ. Press 1994
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Online Access:Inhaltsverzeichnis
Summary:"Government regulation of toxic substances varies dramatically between the United States and Canada. In Risk, Science, and Politics Kathryn Harrison and George Hoberg analyse these differences and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of two very different regulatory styles." "The Canadian approach is exemplified by closed decision making, case-by-case review that relies heavily on expert judgement, and limited public debate about the scientific basis of regulatory decisions. In contrast, regulatory science in the United States is characterized by publication of lengthy rationales for regulatory decisions, reliance on standardized procedures for risk assessment, and controversy surrounding the interpretation of scientific evidence. Harrison and Hoberg's detailed comparisons will help readers understand the complexities and subtleties involved in regulation of toxic substances."--BOOK JACKET.
Physical Description:XIII, 235 S. graph. Darst.
ISBN:0773512365
0773512519

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